However, Harry has been reluctant to do so, still grappling with the lingering tensions and fallout from his and Meghan's high-profile split from the royal family back in 2020. The rift between the prince and his father has only widened in recent years, with Charles's reported snub of the couple during his coronation earlier this year adding further strain. Now, Meghan is apparently taking matters into her own hands, threatening divorce if Harry doesn't comply with her demand to broker a reconciliation for the sake of her business.
Meghan sees this as a win-win situation, an insider revealed. Not only would it help boost sales of her products, but it would also help repair Harry's relationship with his father. She believes it's time for them to put the past behind them.
The American Riviera Orchard is Meghan's latest entrepreneurial venture, a luxury lifestyle brand that specializes in organic produce, home goods, and wellness products. Launched in 2022, the company has already made waves in the competitive world of celebrity-backed brands, but Meghan is reportedly eager to take it to the next level with the royal seal of approval. Meghan knows that having the King's endorsement would be a game-changer for her business, the source explained. It would instantly lend an air of prestige and legitimacy that money can't buy. Plus, with the continued public fascination around the royal family, it would be a major marketing coup.
However, convincing the notoriously stubborn Prince Harry to bury the hatchet with his father is easier said than done. The once-close relationship between the two has deteriorated significantly in recent years, with Harry publicly airing grievances about his upbringing and the pressures of royal life. Charles, for his part, has been reluctant to fully reconcile, still smarting from the Sussexes' bombshell 2020 departure and the subsequent tell-all interviews.
Harry is very protective of Meghan, and he feels like she's been unfairly maligned by the press and the royal family, the insider shared. He's not going to just forget all of that and waltz back into his father's good graces, no matter what Meghan wants. There's a lot of hurt and mistrust there that won't be easy to overcome.
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Adding to the complexity is the timing of Meghan's ultimatum, with King Charles's coronation just months away. The pressure is on for the warring royals to find a way to reconcile, at least publicly. The prospect of Harry and Meghan boycotting the historic event or worse, staging another high-profile walkout, is undoubtedly keeping palace aides up at night. Meghan knows that the coronation is a pivotal moment both for the monarchy and for her own public image, the source said. If Harry doesn't make peace with his father before then, it could be a real PR disaster not just for the royals but for her brand as well. She can't afford to have that kind of controversy swirling around her right now.
Of course, the Sussexes have weathered their fair share of scandals and controversies over the years, emerging largely unscathed thanks to their loyal fan base. But as Meghan ventures further into the business world, she may find that the public's tolerance for royal drama has its limits. Meghan is a savvy businesswoman, and she knows that associating her brand with too much negative publicity could be really damaging, the insider explained. That's why she's willing to go to such lengths to get Harry to patch things up with his dad. It's not just about the money; it's about protecting her future prospects as an entrepreneur.
Whether Harry will heed Meghan's ultimatum remains to be seen. The prince has previously stated that he's unwilling to play the game when it comes to repairing his relationships with the royal family. But with the pressure mounting and Meghan's business hanging in the balance, he may find himself with little choice but to at least attempt a reconciliation. At the end of the day, Meghan is Harry's wife, and he's not going to want to see her brand and her dreams jeopardized, the source said. He may have to swallow his pride and take the first step towards mending fences with his father. The question is, will King Charles be willing to meet him halfway?
Only time will tell how this particular royal drama will play out, but one thing is certain: Meghan Markle is not one to back down easily. If she's willing to risk her marriage to get what she wants, the House of Windsor may be in for an even wilder ride in the months to come.
